Written by Superbad is one of the funniest teen comedies of its era, and at the core of its story is friendship, growing up, and the fear of being left behind. In the movie, Seth and Evan try to score alcohol to impress their crushes, and all of this leads to a night of utter chaos.
TitleSuperbad DirectorGreg Mottola CastJonah Hill, Michael Cera, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Seth Rogen, Bill Hader, Emma Stone, Martha MaclsaacRunning Time113 minutesRotten Tomatoes(tomatometer | popcornmeter) 88% | 87% Production Company Columbia Pictures
But what makes Superbad lovable is its characters, who are deeply flawed and somewhat annoying. A few earn our affection through their kindness, while others are downright mean! So, here’s a ranking of every major Superbad character, from least to most likable.
8. Francis
Francis, played by Joe Lo Truglio, appears briefly on screen but leaves a mixed impression on viewers. While he is undeniably funny in a cringe-inducing way and his frantic energy is amusing at first, it becomes increasingly clear that Francis is only looking out for himself more than anyone else. He might not be malicious, but he is unreliable, with no sense of accountability.
7. Officer Michaels
Seth Rogen in Superbad | Credits: Columbia Pictures
Officer Michaels is portrayed by Seth Rogen, who also serves as the co-screenwriter for Superbad. He treats his job more like an excuse to relieve his youth, has a dismissive attitude, is crude, and loves to crack misogynistic jokes. He’s entertaining to watch, and his intentions seem somewhat kind, but he’s also reckless and inappropriate!
6. Officer Slater
Bill Hader as Officer Slater in Superbad | Credits: Columbia Pictures
Bill Hader‘s Officer Slater shares many flaws with Michael, but there’s a sharper edge to him. At first, he comes off as playful and absurd, but then his temper and aggression are revealed at key moments. He misuses his authority, and though Michael is on the goofier side, Slater feels mean and volatile.
5. Becca
Martha Maclsaac as Becca in Superbad | Credits: Columbia Pictures
Becca, played by Martha Maclsaac, seems warm and approachable in the beginning, and her interactions with Evan create some of the film’s sweetest moments. But her behavior at the party is weird because when she’s drunk, Becca lashes out at Evan for setting boundaries and projects her insecurities on him in a cruel way. But she does apologize the next morning, so her growth and honesty keep her from slipping further down the ranking.
4. Jules
Emma Stone in her film debut in Superbad | Credits: Columbia Pictures
Superbad was Emma Stone‘s debut film; she plays Jules in the coming-of-age comedy, and her character is open, friendly, and welcoming. Her generosity, forgiveness, and emotional intelligence make her easy to like, but her limited screen time keeps Jules from stealing the spotlight. Also, it’s amusing to see how far Stone has come since her 2007 movie.
3. Seth
Jonah Hill in a still from Superbad | Credits: Columbia Pictures
Seth (played by Jonah Hill) is loud and selfish, and one of the most divisive characters in the movie. He is a bully to Fogell and also disregards Evan’s feelings in pursuing his own goals. But the aggression masks deep insecurity and fear of abandonment, and though he isn’t always pleasant, he apologizes sincerely at the end and tries to redeem his actions.
2. Fogell
Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Fogell in Superbad | Credits: Columbia Pictures
Fogell, aka McLovin, was the film’s breakout character for a good reason! Christopher Mintz-Plasse plays Fogell as an awkward but wildly confident boy who embraces all the chaos with bravery. He takes risks and endures constant ridicule and ultimately succeeds even when Seth and Evan falter. Needless to say, he has the best arc in the film.
1. Evan
Michael Cera in a still from Superbad | Credits: Columbia Pictures
Michael Cera’s Evan is likable due to his empathy and maturity. From the beginning, he questions their plans and worries about the consequences, not just for himself but also for others. He is consistently kind, forgives easily, and grows quietly. In a movie full of comedic chaos, he is the emotional anchor and easily the character that everyone would want to root for.
Each of these characters reflects fears, flaws, and insecurities tied to growing up. It’s their balance that gives Superbad the emotional weight because the movie isn’t just a teen comedy, but a representation of a painful yet oddly beautiful transition into adulthood.
Superbad is currently streaming on Hulu (USA).
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